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BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE

Come step ‘Behind The Velvet Rope’ with all your favorite TV stars and pop culture icons with host David Yontef as he asks his guests all the pressing questions YOU want answered! David’s relaxed, friendly interview style has welcomed a wide variety of guests -- from Real Housewives, musicians, comedians, actors, reality stars, designers, Bravolebrities and more! Behind the Velvet Rope has been mentioned in publications and media like Vanity Fair, The Today Show, Variety, The Wall Street

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87:11

Lisa Rinna, Eileen Davidson, General Hospital & How...

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2024/12/01

Sean Kanan steps Behind The Rope. Let us start at the beginning. The Karate Kid Part III, The Outsiders, and of course his long run as A.J. Quartermaine on General Hospital, is here to mention it all. Sean talks GH Co-Stars Ricky Martin, Vanessa Marcil, and Antonio Sabato Jr. He also discusses some of his other “Soap Opera” friends such as Lisa Rinna and Eileen Davidson. Sean discusses the differences between being on General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless. We

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17:31

Dorit & Kyle’s Conflicting Stories, John Janssen...

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2024/11/30

Mary Cosby and Robert Jr. have a heart to heart in what is deemed by Andy Cohen to be one of the most touching scenes in Housewives History. We discuss this scene and all else that came along with this past weeks RHOSLC - Meredith vs. Mary, Mary vs. Lisa, Lisa and Angie reconcile - for now, Bronwyn vs Heather and so much more. We break down this past week’s RHOSLC and chat about all the off air snowflake drama from this past weeks Bravo Fan Fest in Miami. Speaking of off air drama, now that this

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68:08

Dorit & PK’s Conflicting Stories, Erika Navigates...

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2024/11/29

As Dorit and PK consciously uncouple, rumors swirl about pre-foreclosure on their 7 million dollar Encino home. Erika Jayne speaks out as she navigates the murky waters as the go between in the middle of Kyle and Dorit. Lisa Rinna and Diana Jenkins lend their support to Dorit and Erika, Vanderpump Rules faces its inevitable collapse, Camille Donatacci Grammer Meyer shades RHOBH as woke, Annemarie Wiley answers back and Shannon and John settle their facelift lawsuit conveniently as RHOC Season 18

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36:41

VANDERPUMP RULES (The OGs' End, New Cast Reboot, The...

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2024/11/28

Just raise your glasses high. This one's for you tonight. All good things must come to an end and, now, that includes Vanderpump Rules. First we react to the announcement that the OG cast of VPR will not be back and that Season 12 will include an entirely new cast except for Lisa Vanderpump. After we react and share our reactions, we break down just how we got here, explain the real reasons for the termination of the OG cast, explain whether this is, or is not, a shock and discuss why this was the

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37:40

VANDERPUMP RULES (The OGs' End, New Cast Reboot, The...

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2024/11/27

Just raise your glasses high. This one's for you tonight. All good things must come to an end and, now, that includes Vanderpump Rules. First we react to the announcement that the OG cast of VPR will not be back and that Season 12 will include an entirely new cast except for Lisa Vanderpump. After we react and share our reactions, we break down just how we got here, explain the real reasons for the termination of the OG cast, explain whether this is, or is not, a shock and discuss why this was the

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71:37

Dorit’s LVP Reconciliation, Tamra & Eddie’s Marriage...

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2024/11/27

Dorit is feuding with Kyle, Kyle is feuding with Dorit and both discuss possible Lisa Vanderpump reconciliations as this epic season of RHOBH continues. Rumors surface about Tamra and Eddie's marriage, Kenya Moore apologizes to everyone, Brittany “steals” from Jax, Erika Jayne plays peacemaker, Jennifer Tilly and Boz make their mark, Kathy Hilton brings the laughs and Andy Cohen seems to like, favor and wanna hang onto the RHONY reboot as they get a huge boost in ratings thanks to their RHOBH lead

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64:34

MELISSA’S OLD NOSE (on Dorit’s Replacement For Kyle,...

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2024/11/26

Melissa’s Old Nose is back to continue our recap and break down of Episode One, Season 14 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, or, should we say, the season of Dorit. We cover it all and prepare for a season long show down that we did not know we needed but are so here for, Dorit vs. Kyle. Gabriela helps us make sense of it all - the good, the bad, the other. While we have her, Gabriela chats Teresa’s recent WWHL appearance - second chair (?), Jackie Goldschenider and Teresa’s recent chat, all

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61:23

MELISSA’S OLD NOSE (on RHOBH Premiere, Dorit’s Iconic...

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2024/11/25

Melissa’s Old Nose is back and so is RHOBH!!! Today Gabriela helps us recap and break down Episode One, Season 14 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, or, should we say, the season of Dorit. After much hype and on line chatter about Dorit coming in hot, she did not disappoint. Jennifer Tilly and Bosom Saint John make their much anticipated debuts, Kyle is hurt and refuses to mention Morgan’s name, Garcelle fishes for a storyline, Sutton gets surreal, Kathy steals the show, Erika plays

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38:35

Andy Cohen’s RHONJ Update, Tamra & Shannon’s Season...

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2024/11/24

Bravo Fan Fest is here and our fav Bravolebs, Real Housewives and Daddy Cohen himself have descended upon Miami for some heat. Porsha, Phaedra and Cynthia divulge behind the scenes tea about Kenya’s exit and spill the tea on RHOA newbies coming in hot. Andy Cohen confirmed RHOM newbie Stephanie Shojaee, Alexia and Marysol weigh in on newbie Stephanie and Larsa and Lisa confirm their epic feud will be front and center when RHOM returns in 2025. Lala Kent and her assistant both speak out about

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75:54

TAMRA JUDGE (on Shannon, Vicki, “Jesus Jugs”, Kelly...

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2024/11/24

Tamra Judge steps back Behind The Rope. The one and only. Raw and unfiltered, after over a decade as a full time cast member on The Real Housewives of Orange Country, Tamra is here to look back, reflect upon the highs, the lows and everything in between. We cover it all. Tamra shares her feelings on co-stars past and present - Shannon Beador, Vicki Gunvalson, Alexis “Jesus Jugs” Bellino, Miss Fancy Pants Heather Dubrow, Meghan King, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson and yes, last but certainly

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15:18

Shannon Beador Wins RHOC Reunion, Where RHONY Reboot...

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2024/11/23

The RHOC cast has, collectively, won this stellar return to form Season 18 of the OG city of all the franchises. Shannon put Alexis in her place, Pedranti showed no fear, Katie brought the humor, not her cat, and clapped back any Durbow, Johnny J was present even though he wasn’t, Emily represented as the greek chorus and we, the audience, got a glimpse into the future of the show. We break down the future of each Orange Holder - some good news, some bad, and when we can expect to hear about Season

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83:27

Kelly Dodd Warns Teddi Mellencamp, Jax & Brittany’s...

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2024/11/22

Jax and Brittany’s divorce gets more complicated as he enjoys single life living next to Schwartzy, Scheana and Brock weigh in, Brittany reveals Jax’s new low and the future of VPR still remains very uncertain. Kelly Dodd doubles down on the secrets she has on Teddi Mellencamp, Meredith Marks is angered with BTVR, RHOC concludes with a bang, Shannon Beador continues the year of Shannon, RHOBH brings drama, glam and newbies with an edge and so much more in this non stop week in Housewives

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71:26

Kyle’s Good/Bad News, Dorit’s Villain Era, Emily and...

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2024/11/21

With RHOBH back in our lives, our fav Diamond Holders have been doing a lot of talking and we are here to break it all down. Kyle Richards shares updates on her own “sexuality” journey, Morgan Wade, friendship with Dorit and Sutton and much more. Tamra Judge has a new plan to revise her bad behavior and reform her evil ways as RHOC comes to a close and heads into Season 19. Filming announcement expected any week now. Vicki Gunvalson demands Tamra be terminated, clarifies what she calls “false

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52:54

RHOSLC’s JENNIE NGUYEN (on Mary, Heather, Lisa,...

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2024/11/20

Jennie Nguyen steps back Behind The Rope. Jennie is here to chat all about her experience as one of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Jennie talks highs and lows of being a Bravo RHOSLC Housewife, cast mates Lisa, Heather, Meredith, Whitney, Jen and Mary. Speaking of Mary, Jennie talks about why they just did not see eye to eye, the absence of closure due to Mary’s failure to attend the reunion and many of Mary’s controversial statements toward Jennie during their time together on the show.

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54:24

Kyle Richards’ Breakdown, Teresa & Louie Cheating...

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2024/11/19

Kelly Dodd is coming in hot these past few days. Kelly slams Teddi Mellencamp as a “cheater” “d-bag” who “should be denied custody” warning Teddi that she knows “everything”. Kelly also slams Andy Cohen using his own words against him, Andy laughs back and Kelly doubles down in the hilarious, in the best way possible, feud we are so here for and did not know we needed. Kyle Richards opens up about her sexuality, reveals her darkest fears, accepts distance from Morgan Wade, has it out with Sutton

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54:23

RHOBH Premieres, Kyle Admits Her Darkest Fears, Kelly...

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2024/11/19

Kelly Dodd is coming in hot these past few days. Kelly slams Teddi Mellencamp as a “cheater” “d-bag” who “should be denied custody” warning Teddi that she knows “everything”. Kelly also slams Andy Cohen using his own words against him, Andy laughs back and Kelly doubles down in the hilarious, in the best way possible, feud we are so here for and did not know we needed. Kyle Richards opens up about her sexuality, reveals her darkest fears, accepts distance from Morgan Wade, has it out with Sutton

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62:23

RHOSLC’s JENNIE NGUYEN (on Mary, Heather, Lisa,...

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2024/11/18

Jennie Nguyen steps Behind The Rope. Jennie is here to chat all about her experience as one of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Jennie talks highs and lows of being a Bravo RHOSLC Housewife, cast mates Lisa, Heather, Meredith, Whitney, Jen and Mary. Speaking of Mary, Jennie talks about why they just did not see eye to eye, the absence of closure due to Mary’s failure to attend the reunion and many of Mary’s controversial statements toward Jennie during their time together on the show.

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38:40

Teddi Mellencamp’s Run In w/ Horse Trainer’s Wife,...

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2024/11/17

Another day, another turn in the stranger by the hour divorce of Teddi Mellencamp. Although Teddi refuses to confirm or deny these allegations, claiming there are two sides to every story, we break down all the new facts, claims and disputes regarding her untangling of life with Edwin. We break it all down and make sense of it all - the horse trainer Simon Schroeder, his “wife” Karli Postel, Edwin’s alleged infidelities, Teddi’s run in this week with Karli, the allegations that Edwin is out for

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67:45

TAMRA JUDGE (on Shannon, Vicki, “Jesus Jugs”, Kelly...

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2024/11/17

Tamra Judge steps Behind The Rope. The one and only. Raw and unfiltered, after over a decade as a full time cast member on The Real Housewives of Orange Country, Tamra is here to look back, reflect upon the highs, the lows and everything in between. We cover it all. Tamra shares her feelings on co-stars past and present - Shannon Beador, Vicki Gunvalson, Alexis “Jesus Jugs” Bellino, Miss Fancy Pants Heather Dubrow, Meghan King, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson and yes, last but certainly not

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15:24

Alexis' RHOC Full Time Role, Sonja Morgan’s Dark...

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2024/11/16

Now that the RHOC Reunion has one more part to go, we cannot help but look ahead to next season of RHOC - the expected return of the entire cast, the possible upgrade of Alexis "Jesus Jugs” to full time, a possible Johnny J and Fun Lexi televised wedding and cameras which, with tensions running high and ratings that are decent, expected to be picked back up with very little to no break for our fav orange holders. Karen Huger’s DUI trial moves forward with possible severe consequences that The Grand

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